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People with severe covid-19 infections are more likely to be diagnosed with schizophrenia or other psychotic disorders than those who have not been infected with the virus, suggesting that covid-19 heightens the risk of schizophrenia.
Schizophrenia is a serious mental condition characterised by hallucinations, delusions and other cognitive impairments. It is unclear what causes it, though has suggested it may be triggered by viruses, such as the flu or even .
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